1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | FX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2890 mm |
